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• Southern commuters plan Victoria rush-hour protest

  10-07-2016 16:55
  
  Some intend to dress as devils and hand out leaflets welcoming travellers to hell as reduced timetable comes into forceLondon commuters are expected demonstrate in Victoria station during Monday evening rush hour in protest at persistent delays and cancellations on the troubled Southern rail franchise.Frustration with the service, which is ranked the country’s worst for customer satisfaction, has triggered protests and direct action among passengers from the Surrey and Sussex commuter belt
  
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• Southern commuters plan London Victoria rush-hour protest

  10-07-2016 16:55
  
  Protesters intend to dress as devils and hand out leaflets welcoming travellers to hell as reduced timetable comes into forceLondon commuters are expected to demonstrate in Victoria station during Monday evening rush-hour in protest at persistent delays and cancellations on the troubled Southern rail franchise.Frustration with the service, which is ranked the country’s worst for customer satisfaction, has triggered protests and direct action among passengers from the Surrey and Sussex comm
  
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• Virgin Trains East Coast’s app seems to confuse its staff

  10-07-2016 08:00
  
  Because I used the Ticket Wallet app it seems I can’t get a refund on an unused return ticketI am in dispute with the refunds team at Virgin Trains East Coast over a super off-peak return ticket from King’s Cross to Doncaster, which cost £88.40. For more than a month I’ve been trying to claim a refund for the unused return portion of the journey – I’ve made at least three 15-minute calls and had numerous email exchanges. This type of ticket allows return trave
  
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• Woman dies after being struck by train at Romford station

  10-07-2016 02:00 via standard.co.uk
  
  London Evening Standard - A woman has died after she was struck by a train at Romford station.
  
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• VIDEO UPDATE: Magic on the roundabout to celebrate Swindon's motoring heritage

  10-07-2016 02:00 via thisiswiltshire.co.uk
  
  Other Regional Press -CARS from days gone by took to the Magic Roundabout early this morning in a stunning celebration of Swindons motoring heritage.
  
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• US aircraft sales to Iran blocked by House, jeopardising $25bn Boeing deal

  10-07-2016 02:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The Guardian - House of Representatives approves measures to halt sale of planes that could be adapted to military useThe House of Representatives has passed a measure that would block US aircraft sales to Iran, potentially undercutting a Boeing deal with Tehran worth up to $25bn.Two approved amendments to an appropriations bill from Representative Peter Roskam would ban sales from Boeing and European rival Airbus, amid concerns the aircraft could be used for military purposes, the congressman s
  
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• Take control of your car insurance - or a poor deal could become automatic!

  10-07-2016 02:00 via thisismoney.co.uk
  
  This is Money- Insurers claim they make customers lives easier by offering automatic renewals when their annual policies expirebut millions unwittingly pay more for this passive privilege.
  
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• Sir Chris Hoy's Olympic cycling dream was nearly shattered by a police van

  10-07-2016 02:00 via manchestereveningnews.co.uk
  
  Manchester Evening News -The Olympic hero made the revelation as he said more can be done on the roads of Manchester to help cyclists
  
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• Seven top tips for driving long distances with children

  10-07-2016 02:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The Guardian - From leaving early to ice cream bribery to a technology detoxand dont ask if they need the toiletAs I was planning my familys year-long road trip, I asked a group of parents in a playground for their top tips for travelling with children on long days of driving. They looked at my kids, aged four and two, rolling on the grass like itchy puppies, and shouted in unison. Dont!My wife and I had just bought an old motorhome sight unseen online so this advice wasnt helpful. And 40,000km,
  
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• Scotland's coastal trail among world's best road trips

  10-07-2016 02:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Daily Express - A SCOTS coastal trail dubbed the nations answer to Americans Route 66 has been included in a book of the world's best road trips.
  
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• Reckless supercar drivers in Chelsea and Kensington could have their cars seized by Met Police

  10-07-2016 02:00 via standard.co.uk
  
  London Evening Standard - Met Police officers could seize supercars in Chelsea and Kensington in a clampdown on vehicles being driven dangerously through the streets.
  
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• Readybike will be scrapped unless investors step in

  10-07-2016 02:00 via getreading.co.uk
  
  Reading Evening Post - Reading Borough Council is considering proposals to cut all Readybike subsidies
  
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• Rail line set to be electrified next year - but the trains won't be ready

  10-07-2016 02:00 via expressandstar.com
  Wolverhampton Express and Star - The £76 million rail project to electrify lines between Rugeley and Walsall is set to be completed next yearbut passengers will have to wait for up to a year for improved trains to travel on them.
  
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• Primrose Hill roads closed off after burst water pipe

  10-07-2016 02:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Mail Online - The 42-inch water main flooded a half-mile section of Primrose Hill in North London which is home to some of the most high profile celebrities in Britain such as Daniel Craig and David Walliams.
  
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• 'Nuisance' supercar drivers targeted by police in Kensington and Chelsea

  10-07-2016 02:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC News - Supercar drivers who endanger safety could be arrested and their cars could be seized, say police.
  
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• North Wales X-Files: Was this a UFO hovering above Caernarfon Castle?

  10-07-2016 02:00 via dailypost.co.uk
  
  Daily Post (North Wales) -The strange object was captured on video flying above the iconic landmark in broad daylight before vanishing behind the castle walls
  
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• Newer rolling stock to sit idle while commuters use trains with no toilets

  10-07-2016 02:00 via theargus.co.uk
  
  Other News Sources -SOME of Southern Railways newest and most comfortable trains will lay idle when an emergency timetable come into force next week.
  
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• Moment ISIS 'shoots down Russian helicopter' over Syria killing two pilots is captured in shocking footage

  10-07-2016 02:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  The Mirror -The film, thought to have been taken by a jihadi, shows the aircraft appearing to be struck by a rocket or rocket propelled grenade and then hurtling out of control
  
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• Ministers agree to reduce Orient/East-Med freight delays

  10-07-2016 02:00 via railwaygazette.com
  
  Other News Sources - EUROPE: A joint declaration designed to facilitate the elimination of bottlenecks affecting...
  
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• Major honour for norths rail operator

  10-07-2016 02:00 via lep.co.uk
  Other Regional Press - RAIL operator Northern is celebrating global recognition as a leader in people management practice by taking home two top awards at this years Investors in People Awards.
  
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• Lift-off! Newquay airport sees traveller numbers soar by 51 and is on target for a total of 385,000 passengers this year

  10-07-2016 02:00 via thisismoney.co.uk
  
  This is Money- The airport, which has also been earmarked by the Government as a potential location for a British spaceport, said 42,343 passengers used it in June.
  
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• Leeds posters warn drivers

  10-07-2016 02:00 via seacrofttoday.co.uk
  Yorkshire Evening Post - Posters designed by children are being used to warn drivers of speed limits near their school.
  
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• Leeds bus strike boost for passengers

  10-07-2016 02:00 via beestontoday.co.uk
  Yorkshire Evening Post - THE BUS strike planned for Leeds on Monday is off, union leaders have confirmed.
  
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• ISIS shoots down a Russian attack helicopter over Syria killing 2 pilots

  10-07-2016 02:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Mail Online - The chopper was flying over the city of Palmyra, Homs and attacking advancing terrorists when it was brought down, according to the Russian Defence Ministry.
  
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• How to drive safely, avoid accidents and still have fun: Russell Bray gets a masterclass from the man who teaches F1 stars

  10-07-2016 02:00 via thisismoney.co.uk
  
  This is Money- It doesnt matter that the car is a bog standard Vauxhall Astra on a wet Midlands airfield andKiwi Rob Wilson is timing you on an old Nokia mobile phone, you quickly realise how much you dont know.
  
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• Don't get caught out! All planned West Midlands roadworks for July 11-17

  10-07-2016 02:00 via coventrytelegraph.net
  
  Other Regional Press -Plan smart on the roads this week by using a comprehensive list of planned works
  
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• Dogs die in hot cars, pet owners warned

  10-07-2016 02:00 via westsussextoday.co.uk
  West Sussex Gazette - Dog owners are being reminded about the dangers of leaving a dog trapped in a car.
  
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• Didcot Railway Centre closes as cameras roll in for Trainspotting Live

  10-07-2016 02:00 via oxfordmail.co.uk
  
  Other Regional Press -Didcot Railway Centre has long been a magnet for lovers of trains.
  
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• Devon & Cornwall police test out Segways on beach patrols

  10-07-2016 02:00 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Mail Online - Devon mp; Cornwall Police has been given free use of the Segway for the next three months. The X2 modelwhich costs £6,000is fitted with off-road tyres for use on sandy and rocky terrain.
  
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• Crowds mobbed Cardiff for the 'biggest speedway event in the world'

  10-07-2016 02:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Wales Online -The Welsh capital's newest fanzone was in front of City Hall
  
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• Chertsey railway station works to extend platform begins

  10-07-2016 02:00 via getsurrey.co.uk
  
  Other News Sources -The works, which are scheduled to go on until October, are part of a £800m scheme to improve routes to and from Waterloo
  
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• Car insurance cover £115 more expensive than a year ago after tax hikes

  10-07-2016 02:00 via thisismoney.co.uk
  
  This is Money- Motorists have been warned of flashing signals which show weve reached the end of the road for cheaper driving after a few years of falls.
  
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• Cameron hands billions to Boeing Subscription

  10-07-2016 02:00 via thetimes.co.uk
  
  Times Online - David Cameron is set to hand multibillion-pound deals to build maritime patrol aircraft and overhaul Apache attack helicopters to the American aerospace giant Boeing.
  
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• Bombardiers Cromer: CSeries program continues to gain momentum

  10-07-2016 02:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Aviation Industry- Bombardier Commercial Aircraft president Fred Cromer expects more interest in the CSeries program at the Farnborough Airshow, especially following the June 29 delivery to Lufthansa Group subsidiary SWISS.read more
  
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• Big celebration coming up in Scarborough...

  10-07-2016 02:00 via yorkpress.co.uk
  
  The York Press -AN annual celebration of maritime life will be held in Scarborough.
  
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• Big cars in the Bigg Market: NE1 Motorshow wows Newcastle city centre

  10-07-2016 02:00 via chroniclelive.co.uk
  
  Newcastle Evening Chronicle -Aston Martins, Bentleys, Porsches, and Jaguars were all on display in Newcastle as part of this year's Motor Show
  
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• American aircraft maker Boeing: Leave vote wont stop us investing in UK and we will continue to broaden our supply chain

  10-07-2016 02:00 via thisismoney.co.uk
  
  This is Money- Boeing chairman and chief executive said the worlds biggest aircraft maker was confident that orders for the attack helicopters for the Army and the P8s for the Royal Air Force were on track.
  
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• A huge display of buses at 10th rally

  10-07-2016 02:00 via peterboroughtoday.co.uk
  Peterborough Telegraph - One of Sacrewells most iconic events is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year.
  
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